Kalyana Mitra

Mission

Partnering people to grow beyond what they imagined possible

I firmly believe that everyone holds immense potential. By recognizing self-imposed limitations or resignations, summoning courage to take the first step, and putting in the effort, people can achieve significant transformation and growth. Our mission is to help as many individuals as possible unlock potential they may not even realize they possess, empower others to do the same, and enjoy more fulfilling professional lives.

Our Services

Organizational and Talent Development Consulting

We design and implement strategies to foster growth and evolution in organizations and their talent, focusing on:

Enhancing engagement and transforming organizational culture
Activating communication among employees and management

Talent Management and Development

Designing and implementing talent development programs for high-potential talents and leaders
Succession management, including talent reviews and individual development planning

Training and Lecturing Services

We deliver neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral science-based programs to align with organizational strategies, including:

Leadership and management development
Global leadership programs
Well-being initiatives (e.g., mental health, resilience, mindfulness)
Mentorship and in-house facilitator training

Coaching

Customized coaching for young high-potential talents to senior executives
Focused short-term programs addressing specific challenges like career transitions or team management
Group coaching for participants with shared objectives

Company Overview

Name	Kalyana Mitra LLC
Founder	Jin Ushijima
Services	‣ Organizational and Talent Development Consulting ‣ Training and Lecturing Services ‣ Coaching Services
Established	November 2024
Headquarters	Minato-ku, Tokyo

Vision

Unleash leadership in yourself, your team, organization, and society
自分自身、チーム、組織全体、そして社会におけるリーダーシップの発露を解き放つ

Great organizations, regardless of size, always have excellent leaders—and this extends beyond those in formal leadership roles. Strong leadership starts with self-leadership, radiates through teams and organizations, and ultimately impacts society at large. Great leaders build great organizations and societies. Our goal is to support the creation of environments where individuals can express authentic leadership, excel, and grow.

Founder and CEO:
Jin Ushijima

Founder Profile

Education: BA in Government from Lawrence University; MA in International Educational Development from Columbia University

Career Highlights:

Joined AIG New York headquarters through its HR Leadership Program; later served in HR generalist roles in Japan, including talent acquisition, strategic planning, and HR business partner.
Held leadership roles at DHL Japan and Germany headquarters, focusing on organizational and talent development.
Directed leadership development in Asia-Pacific as Regional Learning Leader at GE's Crotonville.
Headed global talent and organizational development at Shiseido global headquarters.
Led talent management and executive development/leadership initiatives for partners at PwC Japan Group as Director.

Origin of the Name

The term Kalyana Mitra (derived from Buddhism) means “virtuous/good friend.” It refers to companions who support each other in spiritual growth and personal development. These companions uplift, share wisdom, and walk alongside one another with deep compassion. Buddhism teaches that encountering a Kalyana Mitra helps people live secure and happy lives. With this spirit, I aspire to be a “virtuous/good friend” for everyone I work with.